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Homemade Artisan Crackers

Homemade Artisan Crackers (Easy Olive Oil Recipe)

Skip the expensive gourmet crackers and make your own! These homemade artisan crackers are surprisingly easy to make with just a handful of pantry ingredients.
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour 9 ounces, 255 grams
  • cup water 5.3 ounces, 150 grams
  • cup olive oil 2.7 ounces, 75 grams
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 egg for egg wash

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the olive oil and water. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Knead the dough gently in the bowl or on a lightly floured surface until it comes together into a smooth ball. If the dough feels dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time. If it's sticky, dust lightly with flour.
  • Divide the dough into two equal portions. Working with one portion at a time makes it easier to roll the dough very thin.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough as thin as possible, about 1/16 to ⅛ inch thick. For the crispiest crackers, aim for paper-thin dough. Transfer the rolled dough to the prepared baking sheet, keeping it in large slabs.
  • Brush the surface lightly with egg wash. Sprinkle evenly with your desired toppings, pressing larger toppings gently into the dough so they adhere during baking.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crackers are golden brown around the edges and dry in the center. Thin spots may brown a little more quickly, which adds to the artisan look.
  • Allow the baked slabs to cool on the pan for about 5 minutes. Break them into rustic pieces by hand, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • Store the cooled crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
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